"Trees are nature's original life preserver. They're a simple solution for a global environment increasingly at risk. Without the great cleansing of the atmosphere that trees provide; without the great purification of our soil, rivers, and aquifers that trees make possible; without trees, life on Earth wouldn't exist."
"Sadly, at the very time we need them most, trees are under assault. There are wildfires, nearly 65,000 wildfires in 2024, that burned almost 9 million acres across the U.S., above both the five- and ten-year averages."
"Droughts have killed hundreds of millions of trees across California and the broader West over the past decade. Insect infestations claim more than 6 million acres of land across the U.S. every year."
"We continue to lose more than 15 billion trees each year due to human-caused deforestation, highlighting the urgent need for action to protect our forests."
Trees play a crucial role in maintaining a livable environment by purifying air and water. However, they are increasingly threatened by wildfires, droughts, insect infestations, and human-caused deforestation. In 2024 alone, wildfires burned nearly 9 million acres in the U.S., while droughts have devastated tree populations in California. Insect infestations affect over 6 million acres annually, and deforestation continues to escalate, with more than 15 billion trees lost each year. The urgency to protect and restore trees is paramount for future generations.
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